Pine litter is considered an excellent mulching material because it decomposes quite slowly.
This type of mulch also perfectly retains moisture in the soil, loosens the soil and prevents weed growth.
Pine needles protect cultivated plants from many diseases and pests due to their phytoncidal and bactericidal properties.
Let's turn to the opinion of the expert of the online publication "Belnovosti" and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.
Here are some examples.
Earlier we discussed the best mulch for the garden.